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Updated: 7 key opportunities for Kiwi partners from HP Partner First Forum
Tue, 7th Mar 2017
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HP New Zealand Partner First Forum highlighted a number of adjacent markets for HP's resellers to grow into. And the markets are...
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NZ's UFB build on track - Waiheke now complete
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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Waiheke Island joins NZ's internet fast lane as UFB build wraps up, boosting connectivity for 5600 premises.
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Mangawhai to Sydney to mainland USA - NZ's fourth international cable on its way
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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New Zealand's fourth international cable build, the Hawaiki cable, has begun construction, aiming to increase internet speed and connectivity.
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Govt gives telco industry props for restoration efforts following quakes
Tue, 22nd Nov 2016
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UK Gov praises telecom's swift action restoring quake-hit networks to nearly pre-disaster function, highlights dedication of field teams.
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Adams says Netsafe to play key role in curbing online harassment in NZ
Tue, 22nd Nov 2016
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Netsafe steps up as NZ's authorised agency to combat rising tide of online harassment, Minister Adams announces.
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ComCom calls for submissions on rural fibre
Mon, 7th Nov 2016
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Public to have one week to give their views on rolling out fibre on rural electricity infrastructure, says NZ Communications Minister Amy Adams.
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New Zealand and Australia VS cyber security
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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New Zealand and Australia join forces to strengthen cyber security initiatives and tackle cyber threats in the region.
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Spark supports next phase of Rural Broadband Initiative for Kiwis
Thu, 27th Oct 2016
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New Zealand telco Spark welcomes the next phase of the Rural Broadband Initiative to improve internet speeds in rural areas.
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Cybercrime now 'bigger than the global drugs trade'
Tue, 25th Oct 2016
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Cybercrime eclipses global drug trade in cost, hitting $600bn a year, as Kiwis falter in cyber-savvy practices.
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Election broadcasts 'outdated format' to get a revamp in 2017
Fri, 21st Oct 2016
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Justice and Broadcasting Minister Amy Adams plans to modernise election broadcasts by removing TV and radio requirements.
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Finalists line up in New Zealand iSanz information security awards
Thu, 20th Oct 2016
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Kiwi companies big and small are in the running for New Zealand's top infosec awards. And the iSanz finalists are...
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Govt extends free UFB connections
Tue, 18th Oct 2016
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UK Government extends agreement with Chorus for free residential connections to the Ultra-Fast Broadband network.
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Are Kiwi employees in the dark when It comes to cyber security?
Mon, 10th Oct 2016
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Only 17% of New Zealanders have received training on cyber security at work, despite being affected by cybercrime.
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Early Government buyout a credit to UFB rollout success
Wed, 7th Sep 2016
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Government buys out Ultrafast Fibre due to unexpected confidence in UFB, says Communications Minister Amy Adams.
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New $2 million fund to help prepare NZ for digital age
Wed, 24th Aug 2016
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The New Zealand government has launched a $2m independent research fund to prepare the country for the information age.
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New Zealand's new CERT Advisory Board members announced
Tue, 23rd Aug 2016
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New Zealand's Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) Advisory Board has been formed, comprised of industry experts and cybersecurity professionals.
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New 1 Gigabit fibre offering good news for NZ
Mon, 22nd Aug 2016
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NZ leaps in global internet race with new 1Gbps fibre option, boosting digital economy and innovation, says Minister Adams.
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More than 300,000 to benefit as first phase of RBI completed
Tue, 9th Aug 2016
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Over 300k homes and businesses in New Zealand benefit from improved broadband, thanks to Government initiative.
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Results are in: Quarterly UFB figures show Kiwis remain ‘enthusiastic’
Mon, 8th Aug 2016
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Ultra Fast Broadband is in high demand in New Zealand, with over 2.4 million people now able to connect, according to Communications Minister Amy Adams.
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UFB rollout in Queenstown now complete
Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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Queenstown joins the high-speed era as its UFB rollout completes, connecting over 7,000 premises to fast, reliable internet.
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Adams calls for industry feedback on Telco Act review
Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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Communications Minister Amy Adams is seeking business & consumer feedback on the regulation of fixed line communication services after 2020.
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New Bill to simplify UFB rollout passes uncontested
Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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Parliament unanimously approves Bill to expedite UFB, promising swifter broadband access for shared properties.
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Govt makes law changes to simplify Ultra Fast Broadband rollout
Thu, 30th Jun 2016
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Shared property and apartment dwellers will find it easier to connect to Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB) in light of new changes made to the UFB rollout.
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Rotorua UFB rollout complete: 31 schools now faster than ever
Fri, 17th Jun 2016
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Chorus announces UFB rollout is complete in Rotorua, bringing the service to almost 27,000 schools, businesses, health services and residents.